Question
My daughter is 3 years old. She just started saying she has a sore throat, and I’ve noticed her coughing seems more severe. She also has a low fever. How should we treat the discomfort caused by tonsillitis in infants and toddlers?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is first recommended to use symptomatic antibiotic medications. For regional treatment, laser therapy or drug irrigation is suggested. If the symptoms are mainly sore throat, painkillers can be considered. For those with low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. In cases of recurrent acute severe episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.